Maintenance Technician - Full Time - Oxford Associates, Oakview Apartments, Lafayette LP - Oxford MS

About the Role

The Maintenance Technician performs various maintenance duties for residential units, including basic plumbing, electrical, painting, appliance repairs, and cleaning units and grounds for inspections and new occupancy. The role involves providing exceptional service while assessing and repairing the property and reports directly to the Maintenance Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic repairs to appliances, fixtures, switches, outlets, and/or circuits
• Performs light plumbing work, such as clearing clogs and replacing fittings
• Performs carpentry work, including fitting doors, freeing windows, replacing/building shelves, and interior/exterior painting
• Replaces damaged or broken glass, tile, carpet, window screens/blinds, garbage disposals, light fixtures, appliances, locks, etc.
• Reports all maintenance and resident concerns immediately to the Maintenance Supervisor
• Responds to work orders, resident requests, and concerns within 24 hours when possible
• Keeps accurate, detailed records for preventive maintenance activities, work order requests, apartment renovations, inventories, and/or purchase orders
• Assists Site Manager with move-in/move-out inspections, routine inspections required by Federal and/or State regulatory agencies, and "make-ready" procedures for vacant units
• Identifies water and gas meter cut-offs, unit fixture cut-offs, and sewer clean-outs
• Performs scheduled maintenance on equipment based on manufacturers' operating manuals
• Periodically inspects all units, buildings, and common areas; performs repairs and/or janitorial duties as needed
• Ensures storage areas and other entrances are locked and adequate lighting is maintained
• Attends and/or participates in required training(s)
• Operates within OSHA, Fair Housing, and ADA standards and follows Company safety policies and procedures
• Ensures effective, timely, and professional interactions with all residents, visitors, contractors, and the property management team for maintenance services provided
• May be required to track maintenance equipment/material usage
• Performs additional duties as requested

Requirements

• High school diploma and/or certificate from a vocational school preferred
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Must be able to bend, lift, climb stairs/ladders, operate hand tools, and/or write 66% to 100% of the time
• Must be able to read, speak, and comprehend work order instructions and safety regulations
• Strong technical knowledge of all building systems (electrical, heating, etc.)
• Willingness to assist in areas beyond maintenance if needed
• Must be personable, trustworthy, and able to work well with residents and co-workers
• Must perform work in a safety-conscious manner
• Strong attention to detail in reporting